Knipex Twistor16 Self-Adjusting Crimping Pliers 97 53 18 SB 200mm

The Twistor16 self-adjusting crimping pliers are designed for crimping wire end sleeves according to DIN 46228 parts 1 and 4. They feature a square crimp profile and a high-capacity range of 0.14 to 16 mm², with a 360° rotatable die offering eight locking positions. The tool self-adjusts to the size of the wire end sleeve, helping prevent crimping errors related to incorrect dies or settings. Constructed from oil-hardened chrome vanadium electric steel, it has a slim head for improved accessibility and a lightweight design for operator comfort. An integral lock and calibrated pressure provide repetitive high crimping quality, with a self-releasing mechanism ensuring consistent performance. Twin wire ferrule crimping up to 2 × 6 mm² is supported, and the tool is described as light and handy, suitable for manual operation with additional mechanical assistance. Overall, it provides automatic cross-section adjustment and easy access from multiple angles for efficient crimping in a variety of working positions.

Features

• Self-adjusts to wire end sleeve sizes automatically.
• 360° rotatable die with eight locking positions.
• Square crimp profile for 0.14–16 mm² capacity.
• Twin ferrules crimp up to 2 × 6 mm².
• Lightweight, slim head in oil-hardened chrome vanadium steel.

Technical specifications

• Capacity: 0.14–16 mm² (26–5 AWG).
• Overall length: 200 mm.
• Weight: 478 g.
• Material: oil-hardened chrome vanadium electric steel.
• Crimping of twin ferrules up to 2 × 6 mm².